Welcome to Trading Card API
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/v1prefix, and every change is recorded in the API Changelog - 🚨 Questions or bugs? Email support and we will get back to you
Trading Card API provides access to trading card data for developers building card-related applications. The API is served under a stable /v1 prefix — every change is recorded in the API Changelog.
Quick Start
Ready to start building? Check out our Getting Started guide for a complete walkthrough, or jump directly to:
- Get your API key - Set up authentication
- Make your first request - Fetch card data
- Explore the API - Browse all available endpoints
API Overview
The API provides access to these core resources:
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| Cards | Individual trading cards with metadata |
| Sets | Card sets and series information |
| Players | Player information and statistics |
| Teams | Team data across different sports |
| Card Images | Upload and manage card images with automatic thumbnails |
| Manufacturers | Card manufacturers and publishers |
| Brands | Card brands and product lines |
| Genres | Card genres and categories |
| Attributes | Card attributes like autographs and variations |
Response Format
All API responses follow the JSON:API specification for consistent, predictable data structures. This includes support for:
- Sparse fieldsets (request only the data you need)
- Resource relationships and includes
- Filtering and sorting
- Standardized error responses
Authentication
The API uses API key authentication. You'll need to include your API key in the Authorization header of all requests:
Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY
Learn more about authentication →
Rate Limits
API requests are rate limited to ensure fair usage across all users. Rate limit information is included in response headers.
Code Examples
We provide code examples in multiple languages:
Need Help?
- API Reference - Complete endpoint documentation
- Authentication Guide - Set up your API key
- Contact: [email protected]
Ready to start? Check out our Getting Started guide to begin building with the API!